by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how UMass Amherst ranks among other schools offering degrees in biological science.
Jump to any of the following sections:
The bachelor's program at UMass Amherst was ranked #22 on College Factual's Best Schools for biological science list. It is also ranked #1 in Massachusetts.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Biological & Physical Science Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 15 |
| Best Biological & Physical Science Schools | 22 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, University of Massachusetts Amherst handed out 7 bachelor's degrees in biological & physical science. This is a decrease of 22% over the previous year when 9 degrees were handed out.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at UMass Amherst was $1,605 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $691 per credit hour. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,591 | $38,527 |
| Fees | $766 | $766 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $14,869 | $14,869 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $1,440 | $1,440 |
Learn more about UMass Amherst tuition and fees.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 7 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in biological science from UMass Amherst. About 14% were men and 86% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 71% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Massachusetts Amherst with a bachelor's in biological science.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 5 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
UMass Amherst does not offer an online option for its biological science bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the UMass Amherst Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the biological science majors at University of Massachusetts Amherst.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Other Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 316 |
| Data Analytics | 267 |
| Nutrition Science | 84 |
| Sustainability Science | 62 |
| Natural Sciences | 31 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.